Jan 19 2011

A Pretty Good .99 cents for your iPad…

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 Last month I bought an Apple iPad 32GB for evaluation.  I figured with all of the buzz surrounding the tablet, it would be a wise investment for allowing us to get up to speed with what the sleek little sliver might offer not only of our own use but also for our clients.

I have to say that when I opened the box, I was underwhelmed by the, shall we say “minimalism”, of what is included with a $599 purchase.  Basically, the iPad, and the combination USB/power cord.  That’s it.  And I think there was a little note that said to attach it to your iTunes PC. Continue reading


Dec 17 2010

Definition of “System”…

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Heard on a conference call this past week…

System:

Saves
You
Stress,
Time,
Energy, &
Money


Dec 6 2010

Video Tutorial: Creating a Custom Folder Hot Link Field in Act! 2005 and Up…

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This is a more advanced tutorial that will walk you through the steps to create a new field in your Act! database (versions 2005 and newer) that will act as a “hot link” to any folder on your PC or network. Continue reading


Dec 3 2010

Video Quick Tip for Act! CRM: Overview of Primary Data Field Types in Act! 2005 to 2011

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The Act! CRM system offers numerous data types to help you track your data in the best way, including links between records, web sites, email and memo fields.


Nov 2 2010

Tommy Lasorda On Management…

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“Managing is like holding a dove in your hand.  If you hold it too tightly, you kill it.  But if you hold it too loosely, you lose it.”


Oct 28 2010

Rules for Being A Good Boss: Meeting Times

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One rule for being a “Good Boss”:  Never let a meeting run overtime.  Repeat:  Never.  (Here’s a little hint:  Be risky – end early once in awhile.  Wow!)


Oct 26 2010

Measuring Your Firm’s Decision Making Prowess, Pt.1: The Rule of 7

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Do you find that for every (seemingly) important decision that comes down the pike, your company throws together a well padded “committee”? Continue reading


Oct 14 2010

Guest Blog: Avoiding an HR Compliance Meltdown…

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(We welcome a guest writer to our blog this time to discuss with us a few pointers on the topic of human resource compliance for small businesses, Patricia Stockman, SPHR.)

In today’s business world, even the most conscientious employer can be found deficient in Human Resources compliance. 

It certainly is not willful, but gaps and mistakes are quite common.  Each issue has potential to result in significant costs in both time and money to rectify.  Continue reading


Oct 8 2010

Outlook Preview & AutoPreview: Skewed Results & Bonus Virus Threat

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One of the questions we are asked with regularity when clients review the reports from their various email marketing campaigns is: “Look!  This person opened this email 23 times!  That’s good, right?”  Unfortunately, we have to answer “Probably not…”

Why is that? Continue reading


Sep 22 2010

On Turning off the Cell and Regaining Your Life…

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Who runs your day?  You?  

Or your email, IM, or cell?

While we likely believe these tools serve us, many of us have a nagging sense that we are not steering the ship… Continue reading